salary$62,920 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Chico, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$43,720per year
Top pay (top 10%)$94,280per year
Jobs in the area120people work this job
Can a hvac technician afford Chico?
Expensive. Rent of $1,675 a month takes 31.9% of the median hvac technician salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a hvac technician make in Chico, CA?
The median pay for a hvac technician in the Chico, CA area is $62,920 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $43,720 and $94,280.
Can a hvac technician afford to live in Chico?
Typical rent of $1,675 a month takes 31.9% of the median hvac technician salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Chico, CA metro area.